Waldorf University is a friendly, private liberal arts school located centrally in beautiful Forest City, Iowa. For more than 100 years, Waldorf has been the cornerstone in the lives of thousands, setting the solid foundation for success among students, their families and the community.

Scholarships - Hero Behind the Hero

Hero Behind the Hero Scholarship Program

Waldorf University is proud to award eight scholarships through the Hero Behind the Hero Scholarship Program. Waldorf recognizes the sacrifices made by the family members of America’s military men and women, and public safety personnel (firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs & dispatchers).

Four scholarships will be awarded to the spouse or child of a National Guard or active military man or woman and four will be awarded to the spouse or child of public safety personnel.

The scholarship will cover up to $17,100 in one online degree program. The scholarship will be applied directly to the recipient’s tuition for up to three years or until the completion of the selected online degree program, whichever comes first.

This scholarship covers tuition only. Textbooks will be covered by Waldorf University’s Loan a Book program. All student fees are the responsibility of the student.

When

Two scholarships (one for the military spouse or child and one for the public safety personnel spouse or child) will be presented on the award date listed.

Application Period / Award Month

Scholarship Application Period

Scholarship Award Month

January 1 – February 28

March

April 1 – May 31

June

July 1 – August 31

September

October 1 – November 30

December

Eligibility for Online Students

Eligible candidates must have a high school transcript or equivalent (GED).

Scholarship applicants must be available to begin their coursework within 90 days of the date of the award.

Capable of maintaining a 2.0 undergraduate GPA or 3.0 graduae GPA - Students who have previous college experience must meet Waldorf University Online academic requirements for admission to the university.

Remain in good standing with Waldorf University throughout his or her degree program, and maintain continuous enrollment in their degree program.

Current Waldorf University students must already meet these requirements to be considered

Acceptable Verification Documentation Includes:

Public Safety:

A Statement of Employment on Company Letterhead from a Superior

Copy of an Employment ID Card

Active/Reserve Military: **By law Waldorf CANNOT accept a copy of Military ID**